In a new interview, Collins, 75, revealed he was on his death bed two years ago due to alcohol abuse. So I wasn’t really aware of having a problem, to be honest." One song Collins chose was "White Horse" from Taylor Swift's 2008 sophomore album Fearless. I'd kind of known the name, but she wasn't anywhere near the star she is today. And it blew me away completely 'cause not only was the song great, and the sentiment of the song really got me, but she sang it beautifully.